Prospectives for Patients – Heel Pain

Do you ever wake up with pain in the heel of your foot first thing in the morning? If so, you may have plantar fasciitis, the most common type of heel pain. People with heel pain typically report a sharp pain under their heel that may spread into the arch of the foot. The pain is often worse when the person stands after lying down or following a period of sitting—for example, taking the first couple of steps in the morning or standing up after watching TV. Read full article  (PDF) Perspectives for Patients – Heel Pain from the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy